Position :Nurse Coordinator (Oman)/Patient Support Program Nurse(Oman)

Position Purpose

The Home Health Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care in the community setting that assists patients to achieve optimum health and quality of life in situations of chronic disease.

The Home Care Nurse is responsible for the provision and management of effective nursing care to individuals and/or families in the community or in Patient Support Programs. The Home Care Nurse works in adherence with the Policies and Procedures set by Axios International and works in accordance with established standards of nursing practices according to local and international rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Service Responsibilities

Based on the agreed upon services and workflow, the Home Health Nurse provides skilled nursing services in accordance with the orders of a physician and under a plan of care. Duties include but not limited to:

Telephonic follow up consultation
Monitoring of vital signs during home care; blood pressure, heart rate, temperature and oximeter statistics
Monitoring of blood glucose levels, and providing teaching and support for patient and family
Preparing medications as per physician order
Administrating medications and instruction on Medication such as Injections, IV’s, inhalation, oral, infusions and rectal
Pain Management Medication monitoring and support for patients with acute or chronic health conditions
Education and counselling, consistent with the type/nature of treatment and/or care management need
Wound assessment and dressing changes
Providing general nursing care
Knowledge about Advanced Foot Care will be added value but not a must
Monitoring pain control
Cardiac Assessments
Supervision/health teaching and support for family and caregivers on regular basis
Ability to assess mental status
Attending and completing Pharmacovigilance, Pharma and Product Training provided by the Client with a clear understanding of how to collect and report safety data.
Reporting Adverse Events and follow the country rules and regulation regarding AE reporting procedure, and reporting any concerns /changes in patient health to the program and/or treating physician
Reporting any adverse events/product complaints as per client’s requirements and/or Axios SOPPs
Familiarity with nursing equipment (like ECG machine, spirometry and monitors) and ability to provide nursing assessments to patients

Organizational Responsibilities

Reflecting and interpreting the Axios Vision, Mission and Core Values in his/her own work with enthusiasm and commitment
Acting in accordance with relevant legislation and company Policies, Standards and Procedures
Developing and maintaining respectful, cooperative working relationships to contribute to the integrated, seamless delivery of services to patients, families and to our clients
Understanding his/her role and responsibility in maintaining a safe workplace and reducing workplace injuries
Effectively assisting the Program Managers in managing the Patient Support Program(s) by liaising with hospitals, distributors, pharmacies, and patients
Working closely with the Axios staff to implement the required service(s) for the enrolled patients in the program(s)
Carrying out home visits for patient care as required
Preparing timely monitoring reports (monthly) with patient numbers and logistics as well as quality assurance reports (quarterly) for internal This includes monitoring and tracking patient files in collaboration with Axios staff in “real time” as patients proceed through the program
Maintaining and updating electronic program files, including patient and quality assurance data
Conducting administrative duties for the office

Educational Background and Experience

A BS Degree in Nursing is required
At least 2 years working experience in a healthcare setting
Must provide evidence of local health authority license or eligibility letter
Excellent command of English
Demonstrate clinical nursing knowledge and experience in providing direct patient care

Job Circumstances

The position is based in Muscat , Al-seeb / Almwallah Aljanobia Office and it does entail frequent travel to Clients and partners which may be outside your designated region.
Flexibility in ability to travel as well as working hours is essential.
Travel to UAE will be required for Training (if needed)
Must be certified in a CPR and/or First Aid course certificate
He/she must provide Good Standing Certificate not older than 6 months.

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